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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 22h

💙📚 Many of the books we've discussed on our podcast aren't exactly kid friendly. That said, we firmly believe that books are a tool to help open discussions with not only kids but anyone trying to process big concepts & feelings.

Check out our episodes covering these removed/restricted* YA titles.

Image of YA Banned Books we’ve covered on our podcast.

Uglies
Beastly
Percy Jackson series
His Dark Materials
Hunger Games
The Martian

Common sense, age appropriate restrictions (no Fifty Shades of Anything in elementary school libraries, duh!) make sense. But censorship over beliefs or "politicized" content simply isn't our jam. We'll read what we want and we encourage you to do the same.

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 12h

🪟🫣 Tomorrow we discuss Ishana Night Shyamalan's directorial debut, The Watchers, based on the book by A.M. Shine.

Set your notifications now to find out what we loved, what we hated, and whether or not we think we'll be driving through the forests any time soon! 🚗

#booksky #filmsky #movies

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 22h

Check out everylibrary.org to find out what’s being restricted or removed from your local libraries and how you can help keep bans off our books! 💙📚

EveryLibrary

EveryLibrary builds support for libraries and helps Americans fight book banning in their communities.

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 22h

💙📚 Many of the books we've discussed on our podcast aren't exactly kid friendly. That said, we firmly believe that books are a tool to help open discussions with not only kids but anyone trying to process big concepts & feelings.

Check out our episodes covering these removed/restricted* YA titles.

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Lindsey @superlindz.bsky.social · 1d

🩸🔪 Step into the twisted mind of a killer and the man hunting him. 💙📚

#reddragon #hannibal #psychologicalhorror #thriller #booktoscreen #bookreview #creepyreads #horrorcommunity

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 1d

✨ November’s lineup is here, & we’re picking up where we left off! We’re diving back into three unforgettable series!

From dystopian battles to multiverse adventures & dark romance twists, November is packed with sequels worth sinking your teeth into. 🖤

#booksky #books #bookclub #movies

NEXT CHAPTER NOVEMBER
11/06
Catching Fire (2013 Film)
Hosted by Lindsey
11/13
Part 1: The Subtle Knife & His Dark Materials
Hosted by Crystal
11/20
Part 2: The Subtle Knife & His Dark Materials
Hosted by Crystal
11/27
Fifty Shades Darker (2017 Film)
Hosted by Keri

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 1d

🧛Reference list ⬇️

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 1d

We discussed so many titles in our vampire episode we had to make a list! Check it out, complete with clickable links to each book, movie, show, or reference!

Four whole pages worth- link in the replies!

#booksky #filmsky #movies #buffy #vampires #dracula #television #spookyseason

Screenshot of reference list for based on a book podcast’s vampire: folklore vs media episode.

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 2d

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Keri @readingsalt.bsky.social · 2d

Do you love all things vampires? Come watch @basedonabook.bsky.social ladies discuss some vampire folklore and vampires in pop culture 🧛🏻‍♀️✨ #vamp #booksky #podcastlife

Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 3d

🦇 Did you catch our latest episode yet?

Crystal hosted a deep dive into vampire lore & it’s the perfect way to sink your teeth into Spooky Month before we move on to The Watchers. 👀✨

Stream Vampires: Folklore vs Media now on your favorite podcast app & join the conversation! 🎙️

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S3:E9 Vampires: Folklore vs Media

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 2d

Spike makes us swoon.

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 2d

From ancient legends to pop culture icons, we’re putting the most infamous vampires head-to-head!

🎙️ We debated their strengths, weaknesses, & lore—now it’s your turn. Which vampire reigns supreme? 🦇👑

💀 Choose your fighter and tell us who you think would win 👇

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#booksky #filmsky #movies

Which Vampire reigns supreme?

Choose Your Vampire

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 2d

Absolutely! He definitely has the experience, too!

#movies #vampires #spookyseason

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 2d

Younger and fresher vampires are on the scene, though. Does one of them have the strength to be the last one standing?

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#booksky #filmsky #movies #vampire

BlaDe
Daywalng Yampire Slaver
ORIGIN: BLADE TRILOGY
STRENGTH: DAYWALKER ABILITIES AND VAMPIRE-HUNTING SKILLS
WEAKNESS: INNER-CONFLICT

Œowaro Cullen
Broobung Immortal 2eartthrob
ORIGIN: TWILIGHT
STRENGTH: SPEED AND MIND-READING (EXCEPT BELLA)
WEAKNESS: SPARKLES UNDER PRESSURE AND STUCK
IN HIGH SCHOOL

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 2d

The OG creepers definitely have the experience to last. What do you think?

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#booksky #filmsky #movies #vampires

Dracula
Classic Gothic Towerhouse
ORIGIN: BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA
STRENGTH: HYPNOTIC CHARM AND SHAPE-SHIFTING
WEAKNESS: SUNLIGHT AND HOLY RELICS

flosferatu
The 96 Creeper
ORIGIN: NOSFERATU (1922)
STRENGTH: FEAR FACTOR AND STEALTH
WEAKNESS: SUNLIGHT - HE'S DUSTED FAST

Carmilla
Che Sebuctive Shabow
ORIGIN: SHERIDAN LE FANU'S CARMILLA
STRENGTH: MIND GAMES AND ALLURE
WEAKNESS: SUNLIGHT AND BETRAYAL

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 2d

From ancient legends to pop culture icons, we’re putting the most infamous vampires head-to-head!

🎙️ We debated their strengths, weaknesses, & lore—now it’s your turn. Which vampire reigns supreme? 🦇👑

💀 Choose your fighter and tell us who you think would win 👇

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#booksky #filmsky #movies

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Horror Hour with the Hanna's Podcast @horrorhour.bsky.social · 2d

We are getting Black Phone 2 this month, which has been a highly anticipated sequel! So we want to know: What are your favorite horror sequels? What about least favorite!?

#horrormovie #horrorsky #filmsky #moviesky #blackphone2

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Crystal 📚🎥🎙️ @jojomagoo.bsky.social · 2d

One of the best FREE ways to support your favorite creatives & content creators is to follow, rate, & review them across multiple platforms. It means the world to us!

#creativeladies #podcasts #community #booksky #filmsky

Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 3d

Leave a review for us on ApplePodcasts and earn our undying love! 🧛‍♀️

#booksky #filmsky #vampires #spookyseason #podcast

S3:E9 Vampires: Folklore vs Media

Podcast Episode · Based on a Book · 10/02/2025 · 38m

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 3d

Leave a review for us on ApplePodcasts and earn our undying love! 🧛‍♀️

#booksky #filmsky #vampires #spookyseason #podcast

S3:E9 Vampires: Folklore vs Media

Podcast Episode · Based on a Book · 10/02/2025 · 38m

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 3d

Catch us on Spotify and vote in the weekly poll while you’re there!

#booksky #filmsky #vampires #spookyseason

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 3d

🦇 Did you catch our latest episode yet?

Crystal hosted a deep dive into vampire lore & it’s the perfect way to sink your teeth into Spooky Month before we move on to The Watchers. 👀✨

Stream Vampires: Folklore vs Media now on your favorite podcast app & join the conversation! 🎙️

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Lotr Universe @lordoftherings.world · 3d

So it begins.

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 4d

Seriously though, what is the Suriel? Is it a vampire? A lost spirit? Just a ghoul with hot tea? 🫖

🧛‍♀️♟️We played a new game on this week's episode but got derailed by ACOTAR on the first question! 🧚‍♂️

For more SJM, Twilight, & other book & movie references, go listen to our latest episode! 💙📚 🎬🎥

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Keri @readingsalt.bsky.social · 3d

I can’t say it enough—read this book! 💙📚 #horrorromance #karinahalle #booksky #spicy

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Based on a Book Podcast @basedonabook.bsky.social · 4d

Seriously though, what is the Suriel? Is it a vampire? A lost spirit? Just a ghoul with hot tea? 🫖

🧛‍♀️♟️We played a new game on this week's episode but got derailed by ACOTAR on the first question! 🧚‍♂️

For more SJM, Twilight, & other book & movie references, go listen to our latest episode! 💙📚 🎬🎥

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